Description
360° Rotating Planetary Ball Mill
- Product Name
360° Omnidirectional Laboratory Planetary Ball Mill, 360° Rotating Planetary Ball Mill
- Working Principle
Based on a vertical planetary ball mill, this equipment adds a planetary disk overturning function.While performing planetary motion, the planetary disk and grinding jars can carry out 360° tipping overturning in threedimensional space, realizing multidimensional and multidirectional movement of the jars.This enhances the disordered motion of grinding balls and materials, enabling 360° grinding inside the jar for finer and more uniform powder, and solves the problems of material sedimentation and wall adhesion.
- Applications
Widely used in geology, mining, metallurgy, electronics, building materials, ceramics, chemical industry, light industry, medicine, environmental protection and other fields.Suitable for the production of electronic ceramics, structural ceramics, magnetic materials, lithium cobalt oxide, lithium manganate, catalysts, phosphors, long afterglow luminescent powders, rare earth polishing powders, electronic glass powders, fuel cells, zinc oxide varistors, piezoelectric ceramics, nanomaterials, ceramic disc capacitors, MLCC, thermistors (PTC, NTC), ZnO varistors, dielectric ceramics, alumina ceramics, zirconia ceramics, zinc oxide powder, cobalt oxide powder, NiZn ferrites, MnZn ferrites and other products.
- Product Features
- Professional industrial exterior design with lean manufacturing and exquisite workmanship.
- Machined parts adopt CNC technology; transmission gears are precision-made from special materials, ensuring stable, safe and lownoise highspeed operation.
- The overturning motor features brake locking, allowing stopping at any angle safely and reliably.
- Equipped with a microcomputer touch screen for convenient operation and a simple, intuitive interface.
- Supports forward and reverse alternating control with timer and power-off memory functions.
- Optional integrated microcomputer touchscreen PLC control panel.
- Technical Parameters
| Model | Jar Rotation Speed (rpm) | Jar Holder ID (mm) | Motor Power | Jar Orbit Diameter (mm) | Overall Dimensions (mm) | Net Weight (kg) | |
| QXQM0.4 | 0~870 | 80 | 250W | Φ140 | 900×570×666.5 | 136 | |
| QXQM(26) | 0~670 | 134 | 0.75KW | Φ234 | 1330×810×860 | 305 | |
| QXQM(812) | 0~580 | 162 | 1.5KW | Φ275 | 1360×850×930 | 430 | |
| QXQM16 | 0~510 | 182 | 3KW | Φ320 | 1530×1018×1100 | 580 | |
| QXQM20 | 0~430 | 222 | 4KW | Φ385 | 1700×1210×1300 | 1180 | |
| QXQM40 | 0~390 | 250 | 5.5KW | Φ430 | 1900×1450×1480 | 1430 | |
| QXQM100 | 0~240 | 326 | 11KW | Φ578 | 2939×1680×2450 | 3900 | |
| Item | Specification | ||||||
| Transmission Mode | Gear drive | ||||||
| Working Mode | Two or four grinding jars working simultaneously | ||||||
| Max. Loading (Material + Grinding Balls) | Twothirds of jar volume | ||||||
| Jar Volume | 0.05L–25L per jar, total 0.2L–100L | ||||||
| Feed Size | Soil ≤10mm; others ≤3mm | ||||||
| Discharge Size | Down to 0.1μm (varies by material and process) | ||||||
| Speed Ratio (Revolution : Rotation) | Refer to main parameters | ||||||
| Rotation Speed | Refer to main parameters | ||||||
| Speed Control | Stepless speed regulation by brand inverter | ||||||
- Supplementary Products
We also supply various grinding balls: stainless steel balls, zirconia balls, alumina balls, PU balls, carbon steel balls, tungsten balls, agate balls, cemented carbide balls, silicon nitride balls, high wearresistant steel balls, manganese steel balls, nylon balls, cemented carbide, glass and other special metal materials.
We also provide grinding jars of various materials: agate, alumina corundum ceramic, zirconia ceramic, silicon nitride ceramic, silicon carbide ceramic, stainless steel, wearresistant steel, manganese steel, nylon, polyurethane, cemented carbide, crystal glass, etc.
- Core Parameters & Characteristics of Grinding Jars
| Category | Product Name | Core Material / Technology | Model Examples (Volume) | Density | Hardness | Wear Resistance | Key Features & Advantages | Applicable Materials | Cautions & Contraindications |
| Metal | 304 Stainless Steel Grinding Jar | Highquality SUS304 stainless steel | 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, 2L, 4L, 5L, 10L, 20L, 25L | ~7.9 g/cm³ | HRC 20–30 | Medium | Sturdy, durable, costeffective; customizable vacuum jar; standard laboratory choice. | Materials insensitive to metal ions: chemicals, alloy powders, soil, ores. | Not for highpurity materials sensitive to Fe/Cr/Ni (battery materials, highend ceramics); strong acids/alkalis. |
| Cemented Carbide Grinding Jar | WCCo sintered, ultrawearresistant | 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, 1.5L, 2L | 14.5–15.0 g/cm³ | HRA 88–93 | Top | “King of Grinding”: extremely high hardness, minimal wear, long service life, high ROI. | Ultrahard materials: SiC, diamond, carbide powder; ultrafine grinding of highvalue materials. | Avoid severe impact; high procurement cost. | |
| Ceramic | Zirconia Grinding Jar | Yttriastabilized zirconia, highdensity sintered | 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, 1.5L, 2L, 2.5L, 3L, 4L, 5L | 6.0 g/cm³ | HV ~1250 | Excellent | Highpurity allround performance; zero metal contamination, high hardness, toughness, corrosion resistance. | Lithium battery materials, electronic ceramics, pharmaceutical nanopowders, highend pigments, catalysts. | Avoid extreme thermal shock. |
| Alumina / Corundum Grinding Jar | Highpurity αAl₂O₃ sintered | 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, 1.5L, 2L, 2.5L, 3L | 3.6–3.9 g/cm³ | Mohs 9 | Excellent | High hardness, heat resistance, economical; wear resistance second only to zirconia. | Ceramic glazes, refractories, quartz, feldspar and other mediumhigh hardness minerals. | Not for Alsensitive materials; fragile, avoid impact. | |
| Polymer | Nylon Grinding Jar | Pure white PA66 nylon, precision machined | 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, 1.5L, 2L (large volume with stainless steel outer shell) | ~1.15 g/cm³ | Low | Good | Lightweight, metalfree, rustproof, corrosionresistant; ideal for ironsensitive wet grinding. | Precious metal powders, highgrade pigments, coatings, pharmaceuticals and ironfree materials. | Avoid temperatures <120℃, acids/alkalis, solvents, highhardness materials. |
| PTFE Grinding Jar | Pure PTFE integrally machined | 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, 1.5L, 2L (large volume with stainless steel outer shell) | ~2.2 g/cm³ | Low | Good | “King of Corrosion Resistance”: chemically inert, acid/alkaliproof, nonstick, easy to clean. | Strong acid/alkali systems, reactive chemicals, ultrapure material synthesis and grinding. | Avoid impact grinding of hard materials; longterm use <250℃. | |
| Polyurethane (PU) Grinding Jar | Highwear PU, integrally cast | 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L | ~1.2 g/cm³ | Low | Excellent (elastic wearresistant) | High elasticity, shock absorption, noise reduction; tight seal prevents leakage and wall adhesion. | Electronic pastes, battery slurries, inks, soft material mixing, dispersion and homogenization. | Avoid hard material grinding; hightemperature environments. | |
| Natural | Agate Grinding Jar | Natural agate | 50ml, 100ml, 150ml, 250ml, 300ml, 400ml, 500ml, 1000ml, 2000ml | ~2.65 g/cm³ | Mohs 7 | Good | “Gold Standard” for laboratory analysis; 100% metalfree for accurate testing. | Geology, environmental, agricultural sample preparation; food and drug testing; highpurity research. | Avoid grinding materials harder than Mohs 7; severe impact. |
| Functional / Composite | Planetary Vacuum Grinding Jar | Stainless steel body with highvacuum sealing system | Customizable (50ml–2L typical) | Same as main material | Same as main material | Same as main material | Inert atmosphere protection; vacuum or Ar/N₂ filling; antioxidation, antivolatilization. | Active metals (Mg, Ti, Li alloys), oxidizable materials, lowmelting materials, dangerous goods. | Avoid seal aging; proper operation to maintain vacuum. |
| Stainless Steel Lined Zirconia Jar | Stainless steel shell + thickwall zirconia liner | 2.5L, 3L, 4L, 5L, 10L, 15L, 20L, 25L | Composite structure | Highhardness liner | Excellent (liner) | Strong and tough combination for largecapacity highpurity grinding; strength + purity. | Mass production of highpurity materials: battery materials, electronic ceramic powders. | Avoid liner stress damage under extreme conditions (low probability). |
This high-power 11KW planetary ball mill requires robust electrical grounding and overload protection to prevent fire or electrical shock. The rotating components and heavy mass (3900 kg) necessitate secure anchoring and safe operational clearances to mitigate mechanical hazards.
- Electrical Safety: Ensure the mill is connected to a dedicated circuit with appropriate overcurrent protection and a grounding conductor to minimize shock risk.
- Mechanical Hazard Control: The rotating planetary disk and jars can cause crush or entanglement injuries; install interlocked guards and follow lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance.
- Noise Exposure: Operate the mill at least 1 meter from operators and use hearing protection as gear drive operation may exceed 85 dB during high-speed use.
- Dust Containment: Process potentially hazardous powders only with sealed jars and under local exhaust ventilation to prevent airborne particulate release.
- Load Balance Requirement: Distribute grinding jars symmetrically and never exceed two-thirds jar volume to avoid unbalanced rotation that could damage the drive or cause tipping.
Follow these steps to safely prepare and operate the 360° rotating planetary ball mill for fine grinding applications. Proper sequence ensures equipment longevity and operator safety.
Required Equipment: Grinding jars with lids, Safety goggles and hearing protection, Lockout/tagout kit, Touch screen controller manual
- Pre-Operational Inspection
Inspect the mill for loose components, damaged wiring, or foreign objects around the rotating disk before connecting power. - Electrical Verification
Verify that the power source matches the motor rating and that the grounding conductor is securely attached to the machine frame. - Jar Loading
Load grinding jars with material and balls up to two-thirds volume, then seal lids tightly and lock jars onto the holders with the clamping mechanism. - Set Operational Parameters
Set rotation speed, run time, and direction using the touch screen interface, and enable the overturning motor brake lock if 360° tilting is required. - Start and Monitor
Start the mill and immediately listen for abnormal noise, vibration, or imbalance; stop the machine if any unusual behavior occurs. - Post-Operation Shutdown
Allow the mill to complete the programmed cycle, then turn off power and wait for all motion to cease before opening the chamber or removing jars. - Clean and Store
Remove jars, clean any spilled material, and store the mill in a dry, vibration-free area with the power cord disconnected.
How does the 360° planetary disk overturning mechanism affect grinding efficiency and final particle size distribution compared to conventional planetary ball mills for ultra-large batch processing?
The 360° overturning mechanism enhances disordered motion of grinding balls and materials, solving sedimentation and wall adhesion problems common in large batches. This multidimensional movement enables finer and more uniform powder, with discharge particle size down to 0.1 μm depending on material and process. However, for the QXQM-100 model, the maximum jar rotation speed is 0–240 rpm, which is lower than smaller models, so grinding time may increase for very hard materials.
Which grinding jar material is recommended for processing battery cathode materials like lithium cobalt oxide or lithium manganate to avoid metal contamination?
For high-purity battery materials sensitive to Fe/Cr/Ni contamination, 304 stainless steel jars are contraindicated per the product specifications. Instead, use non-metallic jar materials such as zirconia ceramic, alumina corundum ceramic, or agate, all of which are listed as available options from the supplier.
What are the critical installation and safety requirements for the QXQM-100's 360° overturning function given its 3900 kg net weight?
The QXQM-100 requires adequate floor support for its 3900 kg net weight and dynamic loads. The overturning motor features brake locking for safe stopping at any angle, but the large dimensions (2939×1680×2450 mm) demand sufficient clearance for full rotation. Electrical infrastructure must support the 11KW motor with stepless speed regulation via a brand inverter, typically requiring three-phase power.
The Atomfair QXQM-100 planetary ball mill uses 360° rotation to eliminate sedimentation and adhesion, enabling submicron grinding for large batches, but requires robust infrastructure due to its 3900 kg weight and 11 kW power, and mandates feed particle size reduction to ≤3 mm for most materials.
Positive
- 360° rotation prevents sedimentation and adhesion: The planetary disk overturns 360° in three-dimensional space, ensuring grinding balls and materials move multidirectionally, preventing material sedimentation and wall adhesion for finer, more uniform powder.
- Submicron grinding down to 0.1 μm: Discharge size can reach 0.1 μm depending on material and process, enabling ultra-fine powder production for advanced ceramics and battery materials.
Trade-offs
- Feed particle size limited to ≤3 mm: Maximum feed size for non-soil materials is 3 mm; larger particles require pre-crushing, adding a preprocessing step before milling.
- Large weight and power requirements: Net weight 3900 kg and 11 kW motor necessitate reinforced flooring, dedicated industrial power supply, and significant floor space (2939×1680×2450 mm).
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